Financial Analysis Certification Course

The Financial Analysis Prodegree, in association with KPMG in India as the Knowledge Provider, is a 180-hour skill-building course covering accounting, financial modelling, valuation and equity research. Through a rigorous project-based methodology, participants acquire a powerful toolkit that will help them build careers across a wide variety of roles in investment banking, corporate finance and private equity.

KPMG in India Endorsed

Program with an industry curriculum designed and delivered in collaboration with KPMG in India

Versatility

Caters to novices and experienced candidates with applications across M&A, private equity and research

Experiential Learning

Learning methodology of self-paced videos, live lectures, case studies, project work and simulations

Job Ready Program

Financial Analysis Course Curriculum

The Financial Analysis Prodegree includes comprehensive coverage of financial statement analysis, modeling and valuation, equity research, corporate finance and transaction execution, along with Excel and PowerPoint. In addition to experienced faculty, the program will feature interaction with senior industry leaders as well as KPMG in India leadership, whose experiences will deepen the understanding of the course material.

Quantitative Aptitude:

Business Writing & Storyboarding:

The Five Steps to Effective Business Writing

The Art of Story Boarding

Grammar and Punctuation

Pitch Presentation:

Final Project Presentation:
M&A Pitch Presentations

Training Methodology

With a strong emphasis on ‘learning by doing’, our programs are developed with the goal of creating well-rounded, job-ready professionals that set you apart from your peers during interviews and on the job.

STEP 1: INSTRUCTION

Flexible Delivery: The Prodegree is delivered in two modes: Classroom and Online (Live Virtual Classes) to cater to your learning preferences while ensuring maximum learning efficacy. Both modes come with 140 hours of instructor training, along with 60+ hours of HD videos to watch as per your convenience.

STEP 2: EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING

Practical Learning: The program provides an edge through our unique case study methodology focusing on real life business scenarios. KPMG in India leadership share their expertise and best practices through 25 hours of program delivery including case studies, guest lectures and self paced videos to give you practical exposure to the industry.

STEP 3: REINFORCEMENT

Assessments: Each topic is followed by Quizzes, Tests and Assignments that help understand and internalize key concepts.

STEP 4: TECHNOLOGY AIDED

Centralized Learning: Manage your performance across the program through a state-of-the-art learning management system.

24/7 Support

Get 24/7 access to your course material on our state of the art learning management system; extended access to all course material after the batch ends, and a dedicated student hotline with extensive support to help resolve queries.

Case Studies and Projects

Get hands-on with industry projects and build a portfolio of demonstrable work.

Project Blue Nile

Create a professional two-page profile of a listed company similar to those done in Investment Banks today

Financial Modeling

Build an integrated financial model for a major FMCG company

M&A Pitch Presentation

Prepare a minimum 15-slide pitch document to be presented to Client ABC (company of your choice)

You are pitching to help sell his/her company

Accounting and Ratios

In class exercise- consolidation of accounts

In class case study – ratio analysis across industries

Corporate Strategy

Perform a Porters Five Forces and competitor analysis of an industry of your choosing

Equity Research Report

Write an Initiating Report on a major consumer goods company

Career

The Career Assistance Services (CAS) team works hand in hand with you to further your career aspirations. We thoroughly prepare you to be interview-ready through resume building sessions and interview preparation workshops.

“I can undoubtedly say that Imarticus has been an outstanding learning experience. It transforms your personality through leaps and bounds and boosts you for the corporate world. This learning platform is a combination of in-depth theoretical knowledge and practical exposures. The soft skills enhancement processes prepare you for various placement opportunities and job interviews. The trainer and the staff are equally supportive and guide you effectively. While learning at Imarticus, you will stay assured of your future and will be imbibed with self-confidence.”

– Garima Bhandari

“A well-equipped teaching facility and experienced teaching professionals with a strong grip on their subjects. An institute that aims nothing but to train professionals and freshers to work with the highest standards of professionalism.”

– Dipti Singh

“This institute has helped me equipping most-sought job skills, such as Financial Modelling, Valuation etc. The faculty is highly qualified and have at least 10 years of industry experience, they use industry examples and drive us through the practical approach. I am just a fresher and I enrolled in a prodegree course: Financial analysis program by KPMG in India to learn and equip myself with the financial skills Learning is all I’ve had with the life-changing step I took by enrolling in this course and having an association with them is one of the best things one can possibly have.”

-Mr. Prashant Tandon

“Imarticus has given me a base to think beyond the Indian markets and understand how the international markets operate. We were given extensive support through interview preparation and mock interviews before each interview opportunity.”

-Mr. Mahesh D Salvi

“I can undoubtedly say that Imarticus has been an outstanding learning experience. It transforms your personality through leaps and bounds and boosts you for the corporate world. This learning platform is a combination of in-depth theoretical knowledge and practical exposures. The soft skills enhancement processes prepare you for various placement opportunities and job interviews. The trainer and the staff are equally supportive and guide you effectively. While learning at Imarticus, you will stay assured of your future and will be imbibed with self-confidence.”

– Garima Bhandari

“A well-equipped teaching facility and experienced teaching professionals with a strong grip on their subjects. An institute that aims nothing but to train professionals and freshers to work with the highest standards of professionalism.”

– Dipti Singh

“This institute has helped me equipping most-sought job skills, such as Financial Modelling, Valuation etc. The faculty is highly qualified and have at least 10 years of industry experience, they use industry examples and drive us through the practical approach. I am just a fresher and I enrolled in a prodegree course: Financial analysis program to learn and equip myself with the financial skills Learning is all I’ve had with the life-changing step I took by enrolling in this course and having an association with them is one of the best things one can possibly have.”

-Mr. Prashant Tandon

“Imarticus has given me a base to think beyond the Indian markets and understand how the international markets operate. We were given extensive support through interview preparation and mock interviews before each interview opportunity.”

MOCK INTERVIEWS

ACCESS TO OUR PLACEMENT PORTAL

Access to all available leads and references from open and private networks on our placement portal

Certification

On completion of the Financial Analysis Prodegree, aspirants will receive an industry endorsed certificate from Imarticus Learning which will be in collaboration with KPMG in India.

Collaboration with KPMG in India

Case Studies

KPMG in India will share real-world case studies which will provide important insights into the world of financial analysis

Program Delivery

KPMG in India will be a delivery partner for 25 hours of training delivery with each batch

Industry-Approved Curriculum

You learn in-demand skills and tools through a rigorous case study-based curriculum and hands-on projects

Case Studies

KPMG in India will share real-world case studies which will provide important insights into the world of financial analysis

Program Delivery

KPMG in India will be a delivery partner for 25 hours of training delivery with each batch

Industry-Approved Curriculum

You learn in-demand skills and tools through a rigorous case study-based curriculum and hands-on projects

About KPMG in India

KPMG in India, a professional services firm, is the Indian member firm affiliated with KPMG International and was established in September 1993. Our professionals leverage the global network of firms, providing detailed knowledge of local laws, regulations, markets and competition. KPMG has offices across India in Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chandigarh, Chennai, Gurugram, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Kochi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Noida, Pune, Vadodara and Vijayawada.

KPMG in India offers services to national and international clients in India across sectors. We strive to provide rapid, performance-based, industry-focussed and technology-enabled services, which reflect a shared knowledge of global and local industries and our experience of the Indian business environment.

Industry speak

The objective of the collaboration between Imarticus and KPMG in India is to bridge existing skill gaps and enhance job readiness for candidates who are aligned to industry skill sets and can be placed at global financial houses and other financial services firms. There is immense talent available in the country which can be nurtured through such collaborations.Karan Marwah – Partner, CFO Advisory, KPMG in India

Industry Advisors

Making the most of our deep connects with the industry, a senior Industry professional is on hand to mentor you to narrow down your career choices, evaluate your project submissions and give you constructive feedback.

S K MITRA

MCX Board Member, Ex-Country Head, Corporate And IB

SANJIV MALHOTRA

SBI Board Member, Ex-Bank of America, Merrill Lynch

TARANJIT JASWAL

Director – Barclays

ANIL GUDIBANDE

Ex-Managing Director, RBS

Admissions

The Prodegree is ideal for students and experienced professionals who are interested in working in the Finance industry, and are keen on enhancing their technical and business understanding of Financial Analysis.

Experienced Professionals

With 2+ years of work experience looking for an opportunity to develop their financial analysis skills

Job Seekers & Carrier Changer

Those who want to excel at investment banking, corporate finance and other financial services interviews

Global Certifications

Those looking to enhance their resumes with a industry endorsed certificate

Experienced Professionals

With 2+ years of work experience looking for an opportunity to develop their financial analysis skills

Job Seekers & Carrier Changer

Those who want to excel at investment banking, corporate finance and other financial services interviews

Global Certifications

Those looking to enhance their resumes with a industry endorsed certificate

Financial Analysis Course Videos

FAQs

What is the KPMG in India collaboration about?

KPMG in India is involved in the FAP Program through curriculum design, program delivery and content. A partnership with such an industry leader ensures that the curriculum is timely and industry relevant.

What is the format of the Financial Analysis training course?

The Financial Analysis program is a 127-hour classroom or online training program, that provides aspirants with comprehensive coverage of financial accounting and statement analysis, financial modelling and valuation, equity research, corporate finance strategy and transaction execution. The program also covers technical and soft skills such as Excel and Powerpoint proficiency, aptitude training, resume building, and interview prep. The delivery hours include 127-hours of live instructor-led training and 60 hours of self-paced instructor videos.

Class times for both formats are fixed and you are required to be available for your classes at a predefined time each week. Both formats come with 53+ hours of engaging Instructor videos that you can watch as per your convenience before attending your lecture (be it in class or virtually).

What is the duration of the Financial Analysis training course?

What study material will be provided to us for the Financial Analysis course?

The core learning will happen via 127 hours of classroom or virtual online lectures depending on your learning preference. You will also have access to additional study material like recordings of previous virtual classes, power-point presentations, case studies, quizzes and eBooks on the learning portal. You will be given extended access to a fully integrated online learning portal where all your learning materials will be uploaded. You will need to log in to the learning portal using the credentials provided and navigate through the portal as required.

What certificate will I get ?

Post the successful completion of the program, you will be awarded the FAP Certification, co-branded with KPMG in India, as a Knowledge Partner.

What should be my expectation from the Financial Analysis program?

The curriculum covers basics to advanced topics. The program is rigorous and requires a time commitment from any participant (about 8-12 hours a week including delivery hours).

Do you guarantee placements?

As a policy, we do NOT guarantee placements. Our Placement Assistance team will provide you with the ideal platform to launch your career through resume building sessions, mock interviews, mentorships, interview preparation. Our team will also work towards finding you interview opportunities, as well as thoroughly prepare you prior to every interview.

What is the fee for the Financial Analysis training course?

The FAP program is Rs.75,000 for the classroom mode, and Rs.60,000 for the online mode. You can pay by Credit card, Debit Card or Net banking from all leading banks to the nearest Imarticus centre, or online here: https://imarticus.org/fap-payment/